Poker Player Killed After Argument at Taj Mahal Casino

Two poker players got into an argument at the Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort in Atlantic City. Reports suggest that the argument began when a player briefly left his seat at a $1/$2 game in order to restock his money supply. In his absence the seat was given to another player, and an argument ensued between the two.

A fight broke out in the valet area outside of the casino after both players had left the casino. During the fight one player brandished a knife and stabbed the other, a wound that proved to be fatal. The police report states that the killing took place on Saturday at 2:46 in the afternoon. The name of the victim has not yet been released, as the victim’s kin have not been officially notified.

Police arrested the slayer, Vicente Perez, a 57-year old man from Georgia. Perez has been charged with aggravated manslaughter, unlawful possession of a weapon, and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. He is currently being held on a $500,000 bond.